époux
husband, spouse
Pronunciation
/e.pu/
Cultural Note
'Époux' (masculine) and 'épouse' (feminine) are the formal terms for husband and wife, used in legal and ceremonial contexts. In everyday speech, 'mari' (husband) and 'femme' (wife) are more common. During French wedding ceremonies, the mayor pronounces: 'Je vous déclare unis par les liens du mariage.'
📝 Example Sentences
Les époux ont échangé leurs vœux devant la famille.
The spouses exchanged their vows before the family.
Elle a présenté son époux à ses collègues.
She introduced her husband to her colleagues.
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